First Presbyterian Church of Downey

About this church

First Presbyterian Church of Downey worships on Sunday at 10 a.m. in the sanctuary at 10544 Downey Avenue, with the service also streamed on Facebook. Adult Bible study meets at 9 a.m. in the church office commons. The service runs 60 to 75 minutes and opens with announcements and a short greeting, followed by contemporary praise music from a praise band, a mix of choral and solo music, congregational prayer, Scripture reading, a children's message, a sermon, and an offering. The Lord's Supper is open to all who are baptized and is observed on the first Sunday of the month. Cookies, coffee, and fellowship follow worship.

The church began as a mission Sunday school in 1886. A Christian education hour for children meets at 9 a.m., and nursery care is available for children age four and younger. Music ministry includes a chancel choir that rehearses before the service and on Wednesday evenings, plus a worship band, and volunteers are invited to join. The building has a large parking lot in front, street parking, designated accessible spaces, and an elevator beside the stairs to the sanctuary. A greeter hands out a bulletin with the order of worship. Events open to the community are posted on the website. The office is open Tuesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 562.861.6752.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 5, 2026. Sources: Home, history, mission · Service times and livestream · Visitor guide, parking, nursery · Music ministry

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